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Hello again Peoria! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Peoria County's new budget could shape taxes and jail upgrades
  • What police want you to know about Peoria's latest homicide
  • How a new plan could reshape manufacturing careers in Greater Peoria

Also on today's calendar: Crusens (War Memorial) - Peoria and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 79 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Sunday: Turning sunny and warm, temps: high: 78, low: 61.
  • Monday: Very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. First phase of jail improvements included in Peoria County's proposed $183M annual budget (wcbu.org) — Peoria County's proposed 2027 budget keeps the property tax rate steady while fully funding pensions and launching the first phase of major Peoria County Jail upgrades, including new laundry and kitchen facilities. Officials plan to build reserves for a much larger second phase, aiming to maintain services, avoid staff cuts, and continue investing in roads, bridges, and county buildings.
   

2. Overnight shooting leads to 21st homicide in Peoria (centralillinoisproud.com) — Peoria police are investigating the city's 21st homicide of the year after a man was found fatally shot early Saturday on W. Seibold Street between S. Idaho and S. Oregon. Officers responded around 2:36 a.m. to multiple ShotSpotter alerts, and investigators are still searching for the shooter. Residents with any information are urged to contact Peoria police or Crime Stoppers.
   

3. Greater Peoria launches effort to strengthen region's manufacturing workforce (wmbdradio.com) — A new initiative led by the Greater Peoria Leadership Council aims to strengthen the region's manufacturing workforce and open more career paths for local students and adults. Backed by Caterpillar's statewide workforce investment, the effort will map existing programs, identify gaps, and survey area manufacturers about their needs. The goal is to build a stronger manufacturing talent pipeline for Greater Peoria.
   

4. Pope Leo receives a relic of Blessed Fulton Sheen from Peoria's bishop (dioceseofscranton.org) — Peoria Bishop Louis Tylka recently presented Pope Leo XIV with a relic of Blessed Fulton Sheen, a beloved figure with strong ties to the Peoria Diocese. Local priest Msgr. Jason Gray also attended, highlighting Peoria's prominent role in promoting Sheen's legacy within the global Catholic Church.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Eastern Black Swallowtail butterfly on our zinnias in the front yard.
    Swallowtail butterflies are large, colorful insects belonging to the family Papilionidae, easily recognized by the tail-like extensions on their… (Nextdoor Sunset Hills)
  • Reminder: Food Pantries Open Fridays
    FRIDAY Bradley Epworth United Methodist Church 1316 Columbia Terr., Peoria 309-673-1330 Food pantry open 1st Friday of the month from 8-10am … (Nextdoor Bournedale)
  • Komatsu posted a job opening for Assembler - Hiring Now in Peoria. Apply here.
  • Premium Retail Services posted a job opening for Merchandising Specialist in Peoria. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Peoria here.

Ok Peoria! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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